Hi, Mr. Greenspon. We’ve decided to interview you at your request. Please, introduce yourself to our readers first.
My name is Jon Greenspon, from Bozeman, Montana. I was born in Los Angeles, California in 1964. I am married, and have one daughter.
Are you a member of one of the main political parties?
I am a member of the Republican Party. Within the Republican Party, there are several factions, and I am classified as what would be considered a Jeffersonian/Reagan Republican. I am both fiscally and socially conservative.
So what are you aspiring to become? US president?
I am a candidate for United States President. I will be in the 2012 election from start to finish.
When and why have you chosen politics?
I’m one of the rare individuals out there that is looking out for the people, not the special interest groups, lobbying firms or party. I have been interested in politics ever since I first was eligible to vote, and during my service as a US Marine. Here in America, our two main political parties, in 2008, established their “platforms” for the coming years. My “platform” is simple enough – it was written in 1787, and starts with WE THE PEOPLE. My present situation, as a candidate for the Presidency, comes from watching as our political system has taken a dramatic turn, from supporting the rights of our citizens – as handed down in the Declaration of Independence – to tragic level of globalism and congressional malfeasance and creeping socialism, that our American veterans fought and bled to protect us from.
Why should people vote for you? What makes you any different from other candidates?
First and foremost, I am not a Politician. I’m a veteran, a father, and a concerned citizen. I’m not going to pretend to have all the answers, but I’m willing to listen to options and opinions from all citizens. I look at the Presidency as the highest level of service to the American people, and by right, should be the least partisan of political offices. I have not illusion that the President is the most powerful person in the United States, it the average voter that is the most powerful political person in this country.
When it comes to dealing with Congress, there are two simple rules:
1. Is it within Congress’ authority, in accordance with a strict and literal interpretation of the Constitution?
2. Is it in the best interest of the people, as opposed to the best interest of the state? Similarly, I don’t see any logic in playing a “blame game” for everything that is wrong in the US on the prior Administration, because once the oath of office is taken, the mantle becomes the crown of thorns for the current Administration. And I bow to no one.
Do you think Obama was the best choice for America?
Honestly, No. Barack Obama’s election was the culmination of a well-timed “march toward socialism” by the Democratic Party leadership, political corruption and intimidation via organizations such as the Black Panthers, The Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN), and various American Labor organizations, as well as ineptness and infighting within other political organizations here in the United States. Needless to say, the best interests of the people of our country weren’t served, only the political aspirations of several hundred self-serving individuals.
Do you think Ron Paul could have been a better choice for your country?
I think Dr. Paul is an excellent representative for the American people. While I agree with a large portion of his political views, he is a polarizing figure with some parts of his beliefs.
What’s your opinion about massive immigration from non-European nations to America? Would you do something to stop that? And if so, what?
I am a firm believer in the value of immigration to America, both in terms of population and the accomplishments available from new citizens. I don’t intend to stop the arrival of those who would be willing to join this great experiment in freedom, although it must be through legal means. It is, however, well within the United States interests to limit the level of immigration on a yearly basis, in particular to those who are using visas to come into our country in deference to qualified Americans for employment.
Since we’re an European newspaper, we can’t help it to ask you, do you love Europe?
Europe is beautiful. I happen to have three places I enjoy visiting on a semi-regular basis. First is Dunoon, Scotland – a beautiful retreat location in Western Scotland. Secondly, our family enjoys the area around North Tipperary County in Ireland. Lastly, would have to be the Karlsruhe region of Germany.
This is not to say there other areas of Europe we love, these are simply favorite physical areas. Europe has provided the world with culture, intellect and diverse peoples.
What would you do to stop the current world financial crisis which stated from the US?
I think one of the first things the United States needs to do, from a local standpoint, is put itself on a firmer financial footing. This includes halting some of our reckless spending, and balancing our budget. Part of this “Balancing Act” needs to include paying off debt that has spiraled outward to other countries.
What’s your educational and economical program in case you get elected?
On the Education front, schools need to get back to the basics. For more than twenty-five years the American system of education has been systemically depriving the children of the United States of a quality education, in exchange for “sensitivity training”, video gaming and “global interests”. American students need to reestablish themselves with an education that focuses reading, writing, arithmetic and a real comprehension of our Constitution. As hard as it might sound, America’s education system needs to “reboot”. We need to stop teaching that texting qualifies as “reading and writing”, calculators and “No Child Left Behind” provides for an understanding of math, that Spongebob and Bart Simpson hardly teach any semblance of values, and that aspiring to be like Eminem, Lindsay Lohan, or the “Next American Idol” is not something our children should be reducing themselves to.
With regards to America’s economic issues, one of our biggest problems is the Federal Government’s insistence on intruding on the professional and personal finances, through progressively intrusive taxes and regulation. Americans need a reduction in the language of our tax structure, a return to the restriction of the United States Constitution’s Article 1, Section 8 limitations on the Government’s ability to tax and a removal of inappropriate “revenue enhancements” such as the estate tax. These are America’s own “INTOLERABLE ACTS”, and need to be resolved immediately and permanently put out to pasture. We understand, as citizens, that lower taxes invigorate our economy while excessive tax and debt depress the economy – it’s a shame that the “brain trust” milling about in the Capitol Building are immune to common sense solutions to real problems.
What do you think of “Free Speech” and how much are you willing to fight to protect it?
In America, we take free speech for granted. We have Rush Limbaugh, Glenn Beck and Howard Stern as proof of that. I think that it is entirely within reason to say that “free speech” can be given realistic limits, such as restricting profanity during family television time. Outside of that, America has an inherent capacity for reducing the amount of “less than relevant” information in some avenues of media. One case in point is the bankruptcy of the Air America radio network, due to a lack of listenership and poor management, a pattern that is currently repeating itself with MSNBC – which is presently in the midst of a critical mass implosion, due to the “talents” of Keith Olbermann and Rachel Maddow.
How would you help people who are having hard times finding jobs?
Putting Americans back to work requires three very important measures to be accomplished. First, the United States needs to take proactive measures in “American First “ hiring practices, as opposed to giving out visas to every country for American jobs. Second, we need to start enforcing our immigration policies, which will bring a number of jobs back to Americans. And lastly, we need to reform our tax policies and welfare programs to encourage employment instead of government subsidized living..
Is Arizona’s new anti-Illegal immigration law to your liking?
Unlike our “esteemed” Attorney General, I have actually read through Arizona Senate Bill 1070. Arizona’s Immigration Enforcement Act is an extension of Title 8 of the United States Code, and not some form of illegal alien discrimination. The function of Arizona SB1070 is an enabling tool for State law enforcement to cooperate with the Federal Government in the enforcement of United States Federal codes, that the Federal Government is FAILING in their duties to perform.
Personally, while I agree with the legislation, I don’t think it is fair for the State of Arizona to have to resort to this measure. It should be realized that the United States Supreme Court, in the 1870’s, ruled that it is solely the Federal Government’s duty, and not the within the State’s jurisdiction, to establish Rules of Naturalization and Immigration. Also, in the early 2000’s, the same court ruled that the Federal Government CANNOT force the States to enforce Federal laws at the State’s expense. However, there is nothing in Federal Law that prevents a State from voluntarily deciding to enforce Federal Legislation that the US Government is negligent in enforcing itself.
What’s your opinion concerning the Gulf of Mexico oil spill?
While it’s easy to assign blame to British Petroleum over the Gulf spill, it’s completely off-base for the United States Government not to claim some of the blame itself. The US Government, through our regulatory agencies are responsible for the monitoring and compliance of off-shore oil facilities, and we have neglected our duties – partly in the case of political sidestepping (through back room dealings and monetary gifts), and through intentional means such as manipulation of the agencies involved. All of this falls directly on the Oval Office, as the President is the Direct Head of all Executive Branch agencies.
Realistically, the moment of the oil spill should have immediately invoked a temporary dismissal of the “Jones Act of 1921”. This would allow instant access to assistance from foreign firms, such as those from the Netherlands who have experience in oil spill operations. Similarly, by refusing to dismiss the “Jones Act”, in favor of political favors to the American Labor Unions, has created more of an environmental catastrophe then should have been permitted.
Alright, thank you for this interview Mr. Greenspon it was a pleasure.
NOTE: EU Times does not necessarily agree with all the thoughts expressed in this interview.
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